ABF Freight Achieves Historic 12th ATA Excellence in Security Award

ArcBest® (Nasdaq: ARCB) has made headlines once again as its less-than-truckload carrier, ABF Freight®, has been honored with the prestigious American Trucking Associations’ (ATA) Excellence in Security Award for the year 2025. This remarkable achievement marks the twelfth time ABF has received this accolade, solidifying its position as a leader in security practices within the trucking industry.

This latest recognition places ABF Freight in a unique category, as it is the first carrier to earn the Excellence in Security Award 12 times and the only one to achieve it three consecutive years. The award, presented annually by the ATA’s Transportation Security Council, focuses on superior security performance, recognizing one motor carrier that exemplifies sustained leadership in security practices, thereby setting the benchmark for protecting employees, customers' freight, facilities, and equipment.

Matt Godfrey, the president of ABF Freight, expressed his pride in the achievement, stating, "Earning the ATA’s Excellence in Security Award for a record twelfth time reflects the high standards we hold across ABF’s network. From training and technology to strong partnerships with local and federal law enforcement, security is embedded into how we operate every day.”

ABF Freight has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to enhancing security measures. In 2025, the company initiated several new security initiatives aimed at further fortifying its network. Among these innovations is the installation of solar-powered lighting across dock and yard areas, providing continuous illumination and enhancing safety and security.

Additionally, ABF has launched a perimeter breach detection program designed to alert its 24-hour safety communications and support team when a fence is compromised. This proactive approach underscores ABF's dedication to safeguarding its operations and assets.

Ongoing security measures at ABF Freight include regular on-site risk and compliance assessments, prevention training, and active monitoring for cargo theft and fraud. These comprehensive strategies ensure that ABF Freight maintains its reputation for reliability and safety in an increasingly complex logistics environment.

The award was presented to members of ABF’s Safety and Security teams on April 2 at the ATA’s Safety, Security & Human Resources National Conference & Exhibition Awards Banquet held in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. This event not only highlights the importance of security in the trucking industry but also celebrates those who set exemplary standards.

ArcBest is a multibillion-dollar integrated logistics company founded in 1923. With a workforce of 14,000 employees across 250 campuses and service centers, ArcBest leverages technology and expertise to maintain a robust connection between shippers and the solutions they require—spanning ground, air, and ocean transportation, as well as fully managed supply chains. The company’s commitment to innovation is evidenced by the development of groundbreaking technology such as Vaux™, recognized as one of TIME's Best Inventions of 2023.

As ArcBest continues to navigate the complexities of the global supply chain, this latest accolade for ABF Freight serves as a testament to the company's unwavering focus on security and operational excellence, reinforcing the trust customers place in its services.